Baguio
Summer Capital of the Philippines
Overview
Baguio is a mountain city known for its cool climate, pine trees, and strawberry farms. Perched 1,500 meters above sea level, it offers a refreshing escape from tropical heat with its parks, markets, and vibrant arts scene.
Baguio, officially the City of Baguio, is a highly urbanized city in the Cordillera Administrative Region, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 368,426 people.
Read more on WikipediaBaguio is a highland city of 366,358 people in the province of Benguet, Philippines. Due to its cool mountain weather relative to the rest of the country, it is considered the "Summer Capital of the Philippines." The city is abundant in pine trees, so it is nicknamed the City of Pines.
Top Attractions
Burnham Park
Iconic park with boating lagoon and bike rentals
Mines View Park
Panoramic views of abandoned mines and mountains
Strawberry Farm
Pick your own strawberries in La Trinidad
Session Road
Main street with cafes, shops, and night market
The Mansion
Official summer residence of the President
Camp John Hay
Former US military base, now a park and resort
BenCab Museum
Contemporary art museum with stunning views
Tam-awan Village
Recreated Cordillera village and artists' colony
Things to Do
Strawberry Picking
Pick fresh strawberries at La Trinidad
Burnham Park Boating
Row a boat on the lagoon
Pine Tree Walk
Walk among pine trees at Camp John Hay
Night Market Shopping
Ukay-ukay and street food at Harrison Road
BenCab Museum Tour
Explore Filipino contemporary art
Horseback Riding
Ride horses at Wright Park
Sagada Day Trip
Visit hanging coffins and caves (3-4 hours away)
Photo Gallery
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Explore DealsGetting There
- Bus from Manila (Victory Liner, Genesis) - 4-6 hours
- Private car via TPLEX - 4 hours
- Fly to Clark + 2.5 hour drive
Local Food
Strawberry Taho
Silken tofu with strawberry syrup - Baguio specialty
Good Shepherd Products
Ube jam, strawberry jam, peanut brittle
Bulalo
Beef bone marrow soup - perfect for cold weather
Fresh Vegetables
Highland vegetables at the public market
Where to Stay
Session Road Area
₱1,000-4,000/nightCentral location, walking distance to everything
Camp John Hay
₱3,000-10,000/nightPine tree setting, quieter, resort atmosphere
Burnham Park Area
₱800-2,500/nightNear the park, budget to mid-range options
La Trinidad
₱600-2,000/nightNear strawberry farms, local experience
Weather Forecast
Travel Tips
- •Bring a jacket - it gets cold especially at night (10-15°C)
- •Visit on weekdays to avoid Manila weekend crowds
- •Try strawberry taho at Burnham Park
- •Panagbenga Festival (February) is beautiful but very crowded
- •Good Shepherd products sell out fast - go early
- •Session Road is closed to traffic on Sundays
- •Book Sagada tours in advance if combining trips
Best Time to Visit
Panagbenga Festival in February is the highlight